First ISRO Chairman 2023, Name and Tenure

 First ISRO Chairman 2023, Name and Tenure


The Indian Space Research Organization has played an instrumental role in transforming India into a space-faring nation with its remarkable achievements in space exploration and technology. Dr. Vikram Sarabhai who was the first chairman of ISRO, his pursuit of scientific excellence and deep commitment to advancing India’s space capabilities laid the foundation for ISRO’s success story.

Early Life and Educational Career
Birth date: 12th August 1919
Birth place: Ahmedabad, Bombay Presidency, British India
Vikram Sarabhai was born to a Sarabhai family, known for being part of India’s fight for freedom and their involvement in business. Vikram demonstated an early inclination towards scientific pursuits and after completing his initial education at Gujarat College, Ahmedabad, he pursued higher studies at the University of Cambridge. In 1940, he obtained a degree in natural sciences. His journey in academia continued as he returned to Cambridge in 1945 for his Ph.D., focusing on “Cosmic Ray Investigations in Tropical Latitudes”, an evidence to his early interest in space-related research.

Scientific Career of Vikram Sarabhia
One of Sarabhai’s most significant achievements was the establishment of the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in 1947. PRL had a modest beginning at his residence, the “RETREAT”. The institute expanded its research scope, encompassing cosmic rays, upper atmosphere properties, theoretical physics and radio physics. With support from Institutions like the Atomic Energy Commission, PRL flourished under Sarabhai’s guidance.

The Visionary behind ISRO
Sarabhai’s visionary leadership played a pivotal role in the formation of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) as the first chairman of ISRO. His dream of utilizing space technology for India’s progress led to the fabrication and launch of the country’s first satellite, Aryabhata, in 1975 from a Russian cosmodrome. This historical achievement marked India’s entry into the space age. ISRO continues to build legacy on his legacy, achieving numerous milestones in space exploration, satellite technology and interplanetary missions.

Diverse Interests of Vikram Sarabhai
Beyond Sarabhai’s remarkable contributions to space research, Sarabhai’s interests extended to diverse domains. He founded the Operations Research Group (ORG), India’s first market research organization. His role in setting up institutions like the Nehru Foundation for Development, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) and Ahmedabad Textile Industry’s Research Association (ATIRA) demonstrated his commitment to education and development.

Positions and Honors
Sarabhai’s leadership extended to esteemed positions such as the President of the Physics section at the Indian Science Congress and the Chairman of India’s Atomic Energy Commission. He also held the position of President at the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (I.A.E.A.).

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